20Synonyms found for symmetry

Word Origin & History

symmetry 1563, "relation of parts, proportion," from L. symmetria, from Gk. symmetria "agreement in dimensions, due proportion, arrangement," from symmetros "having a common measure, even, proportionate," from syn- "together" + metron "meter" (see meter (2)). Meaning "harmonic arrangement of parts" first recorded 1599. Symmetrical is recorded from 1751. Symmetrophobia is from 1809, supposed to be evident in Egyptian temples and Japanese art.

Example Sentences for symmetry

The art would be having the eye that observes carefully and you can see balance and symmetry, shape and form.

Other deep issues include space-time symmetry and whether there are extra dimensions.

Neither of these reasons explain why there is symmetry in a spiderweb.

But to those who ponder the sun's tremendous energy, there's a perfect symmetry in the idea of solar cooling.

There are three levels at the site, with symmetry and asymmetry used to tie the areas together.

The initial symmetry of the snowflake results from the intrinsic molecular structure of ice.

The fundamental change in his thinking is to accept a new kind of symmetry in the universe.

When the symmetry in this relationship breaks down, the result is superconductivity.

Yes there is research that finds certain proportions and symmetry affecting ratings of attractiveness.

With pleasing symmetry the water is then channelled back to mix with the incoming methanol.